ILWU’s COVID-19 resource page

ILWU’s COVID-19 resource page

  Affected by COVID-19? Recently unemployed Reduced hours at work Sick with COVID-19 Family member sick with COVID-19 School or childcare canceled If any of the above apply to you, please visit the ILWU’s COVID-19 resource page:  ...

ILWU women speak out

Patricia AguirreLocal 63 Business Agent I entered the industry during a transitional period where women were the minority in a male-centric industry. There was still resentment towards women in the ranks from the men. As a woman, I felt I had to prove myself capable...
CRVS workers and supporters rally in the rain

CRVS workers and supporters rally in the rain

Workers at Columbia River Veterinary Specialists are serious about improving the working conditions and patient care at their animal hospital – so spirits at their rally on February 15 weren’t damped by the downpour. “We’ve got more important problems than a little...

How to help Local 5 members impacted by Coronavirus

Hundreds of ILWU Local 5 members working at Powell’s Books in Portland were laid off due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic that has forced many retail businesses to close temporarily. The company is not providing any severance, continuation of health coverage or other...